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Easy Crockpot Pork Tenderloin

Make a delicious dinner with this Easy Crockpot Pork Tenderloin! Seared pork tenderloin cooked to a fork tender texture with a honey mustard sauce. Great to put in the crockpot in the morning and have dinner ready after a busy day.

Close up of a pork tenderloin on a white serving plate.
Easy Crockpot Pork Tenderloin

As you can see, I’m really ready for all the comfort food! But don’t worry, there’s still fresh and light dishes coming your way before we head straight into the “ber” months. But, I have been thinking about fall comfort eats and know that a lot of you are already in the mind set of back to school and the routine.

And what better for that season, than slow cooker meals. This crockpot dinner is a take on myย Glazed Soy Ginger Chicken Thighs and it turned out absolutely delicious!

Pork tenderloin in a crockpot.
Crockpot Pork Tenderloin

What is This Crockpot Pork Tenderloin Like

  • Difficultyย โ€“ This recipe isnโ€™t difficult to make and isnโ€™t overly time consuming. There are three parts though. The pork is seared on the stove, then finished in the crockpot. And the sauce is made in a separate saucepan.
  • Tasteย โ€“ This tenderloin is so tender and flavoursome. It has a brown crust from searing on the stove and a fantastic sauce made from soy sauce, honey and brown sugar.
  • Servingย โ€“ As a main course, this pork dish will serve between 4 – 6 people. These are the type of servings that you would have alongside some rice and vegetables. You can adjust serving size in the recipe card at the end of the post.
Slow cooker pork cut into pieces on a white plate.
Crockpot Pork Tenderloin

Ingredients

  • Pork tenderloinย โ€“ I used 2-one pound (500 gram) pork tenderloins for this recipe.
  • Olive oilย โ€“ Olive oil is used to sear the pork on the stovetop.
  • Saltย โ€“ Regular table salt is used to season the pork.
  • Black pepperย โ€“ Fresh ground black pepper works great for seasoning the pork.
  • Butter – The sauce is started with butter.
  • Fresh garlicย โ€“ I used a few fresh minced garlic cloves to add to the butter before adding the remaining ingredients.
  • Dijon mustard – Adds a great layer of flavour to the sauce.
  • Soy sauceย โ€“ Any brand of soy sauce will work for this recipe. The soy sauce is used to make the sauce.
  • Honeyย โ€“ Any kind of honey will work. I used liquid honey.
  • Chicken broth – Chicken broth balances out the sauce and gives it the volume it needs for this amount of pork.

NOTE, The full recipe and ingredient list can be found at the end of the post in the recipe card.

Ingredients to Make Crockpot Pork Tenderloin

Instructions

  1. Sear pork – Use paper towels to pat dry the pork. Season the pork tenderloin with salt and pepper. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet. Place the pork in the hot skillet and sear each side until brown and golden, about 2-3 minutes per side. Remove from heat and set aside.
  2. Make sauce – In a small saucepan set over medium heat, add the butter. Bring the butter to a sizzle, about 2 minutes. Add the garlic and give a quick stir. Add the Dijon mustard, honey, soy sauce and chicken broth. Increase heat to high and bring to a simmer. Whisk well to ensure the broth is smooth. Remove from heat.
  3. Slow cook the pork – Place the two pork tenderloins in the crockpot and pour over the sauce. Cover and cook on low for about 6 hours. Every few hours, check on the pork and spoon the liquor over the pork.
  4. Cut and serve – When fully cooked, remove from the slow cooker and cut into thick slices and serve with the broth on top.

Recipe Tips

  • Make sure to pat dry the pork – This will ensure you get a good colour and crust!
  • Don’t skip the searing – It’s important to sear the meat before adding it to the crockpot to give it a good crust.
  • Watch cooking time – My crockpot cooked this in exactly 6 hours on low. Every slow cooker is different, so you may need to adjust cooking time.
  • Thicken the sauce – After the pork is cooked you can thicken the sauce. Add it to a saucepan over high heat. In a small glass combine one tablespoon of cornstarch with two tablespoons of water. Stir to combine and pour into the broth. Stir until it thickens and pour it over the pork in the crockpot.
Pork tenderloin in a crockpot.
Slow Cooker Pork Tenderloin

Substitutions

  • Pork tenderloinย โ€“ You can switch up this recipe using pork medallions, pork chops, pork loin roast or you can even make pork meatballs.
Close up of pork tenderloin on a white plate.
Easy Crockpot Pork Tenderloin

Serving

There are so many options! It would go great with theย Sauteed Wild Asparagus Couscous,ย Crispy Oven Roasted Baby Parmesan Potatoes, or even theย Sheet Pan Vegetables.ย They are all great fresh options. And donโ€™t forget you can check out theย Side Dishes Sectionย for many more recipes!

Slow cooker pork tenderloin on a white plate.
Slow Cooker Pork Tenderloin

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference Between Pork Sirloin and Pork Tenderloin?

Pork loinย is wide and thick, with a sizeable fat cap running along the top.ย Pork tenderloin, on the other hand, is narrow and thin, with little to no visible fat.

Is Pork Tenderloin fatty?

This cut is actually low in fat. Itโ€™s as healthy as a chicken breast. They are an excellent source of protein that can be added to almost any meal.

What temperature is pork tenderloin cooked?

The internal temperature of pork tenderloin should be 145 degrees F/63 degrees C.

Slow cooked pork tenderloin on a white plate.
Slow Cooker Pork Tenderloin


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Close up of a pork tenderloin on a white serving plate.
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Easy Crockpot Pork Tenderloin

Make a delicious dinner with this Easy Crockpot Pork Tenderloin! Seared pork tenderloin cooked to a fork tender texture with a honey mustard sauce. Great to put in the crockpot in the morning and have dinner ready after a busy day.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time6 hours
Total Time6 hours 15 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: North American
Keyword: crockpot, fall dinners, slow cooker recipes
Servings: 5 servings
Calories: 357kcal
Author: Julia Pinney

Ingredients

  • 2 lbs pork tenderloin approximately 2 pork tenderloins
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 3 tablespoons honey
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth

Instructions

  • Use paper towels to pat dry the pork. Season the pork tenderloin with salt and pepper. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet. Place the pork in the hot skillet and sear each side until brown and golden, about 2-3 minutes per side. Remove from heat and set aside.
  • In a small saucepan set over medium heat, add the butter. Bring the butter to a sizzle, about 2 minutes. Add the garlic and give a quick stir. Add the Dijon mustard, honey, soy sauce and chicken broth. Increase heat to high and bring to a simmer. Whisk well to ensure the broth is smooth. Remove from heat.
  • Place the two pork tenderloins in the crockpot and pour over the sauce. Cover and cook on low for about 6 hours. Every few hours, check on the pork and spoon the liquor over the pork.
  • When fully cooked, remove from the slow cooker and cut into thick slices and serve with the broth on top.

*A note on times provided: appliances vary, any prep and/or cook times provided are estimates only.

Notes

  1. Make sure to pat dry the pork – This will ensure you get a good colour and crust!
  2. Don’t skip the searing – It’s important to sear the meat before adding it to the crockpot to give it a good crust.
  3. Watch cooking time – My crockpot cooked this in exactly 6 hours on low. Every slow cooker is different, so you may need to adjust cooking time.
  4. Thicken the sauce – After the pork is cooked you can thicken the sauce. Add it to a saucepan over high heat. In a small glass combine one tablespoon of cornstarch with two tablespoons of water. Stir to combine and pour into the broth. Stir until it thickens and pour it over the pork in the crockpot.
Nutrition Facts
Easy Crockpot Pork Tenderloin
Amount Per Serving (1 serving)
Calories 357 Calories from Fat 153
% Daily Value*
Fat 17g26%
Saturated Fat 6g38%
Trans Fat 0.3g
Polyunsaturated Fat 2g
Monounsaturated Fat 8g
Cholesterol 130mg43%
Sodium 1343mg58%
Potassium 762mg22%
Carbohydrates 12g4%
Fiber 0.3g1%
Sugar 11g12%
Protein 39g78%
Vitamin A 147IU3%
Vitamin C 0.4mg0%
Calcium 21mg2%
Iron 2mg11%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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By on August 10th, 2025
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